Show Notes
Steve Boecker shares his extensive journey in the aviation industry, detailing his early passion for aviation, and reflects on his time at FedEx, Pratt & Whitney, and Delta Airlines. We discuss various aspects of the aviation engine market, including current trends in lease rates, the reliability of engine types, and the expectations from OEMs regarding engine performance. He emphasizes the importance of managing costs in engine maintenance and the impact of new technologies on the ...
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